Pasta al Forno {Baked Pasta with Tomatoes and Mozzarella}

Name: Pasta al Forno {Baked Pasta with Tomatoes and Mozzarella}
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 2 garlic cloves; 2 cans cans (14-ounces each) diced tomatoes; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon dried basil; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; 1 pound penne pasta or other tube-shaped pasta; 8 ounces mozzarella cheese; ⅔ cup shredded Parmesan cheese

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Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings
6 servings
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Italian

Pasta al Forno {Baked Pasta with Tomatoes and Mozzarella}

Iris Warren

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Ingredients

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1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves finely minced
2 cans cans (14-ounces each) diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 pound penne pasta or other tube-shaped pasta
8 ounces mozzarella cheese cut into small cubes
⅔ cup shredded Parmesan cheese

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Instructions

In a large pot of lightly salted water, cook the pasta until al dente according to package directions. While the pasta is cooking, in a 10- or 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, for one minute, until the garlic is fragrant. Add the tomatoes (undrained), oregano, basil, salt and pepper. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is slightly thickened. Add additional salt and pepper to taste, if needed.
After draining the pasta, return the noodles to the pot and pour in the sauce. Toss to combine. Lightly coat a 9X13-inch baking pan with cooking spray. Place half of the pasta in the dish. Sprinkle half of the Parmesan and half of the mozzarella cubes over the top. Top with remaining pasta. Sprinkle remaining cheeses over the top. Bake at 400 degrees F for 15 minutes until hot and bubbly.

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Serving 1 Serving Calories 484kcal (24%) Carbohydrates 64g (21%) Protein 23g (46%) Fat 15g (23%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Cholesterol 37mg (12%) Sodium 810mg (34%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 6g (12%)